Islamabad, January 31, 2026 — The federal government on Saturday announced an increase in the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) while keeping petrol prices unchanged for the first fortnight of February 2026. The revised prices will come into effect from February 1, according to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division.
The price adjustment was made on the recommendations of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), which reviews international oil trends, exchange rate movements, and domestic taxation before proposing revisions. Under the new rates, high-speed diesel has become more expensive by Rs11.30 per litre, a move that is likely to have implications for transport costs and inflation, as diesel is widely used in freight, agriculture, and power generation.
Petrol prices, however, have been maintained at their existing level, providing some relief to consumers who rely on motor spirit for personal transportation. Officials said the decision to keep petrol prices unchanged was taken to cushion the impact of rising fuel costs on the general public.
Fuel prices in Pakistan are typically revised twice a month, and the latest notification applies to the period starting February 1, 2026. The government reiterated that price adjustments are linked to global oil market fluctuations and domestic fiscal considerations.
Revised Petroleum Prices (Effective February 1, 2026)
| Product | Existing Price (Jan 16, 2026) | New Price (Feb 1, 2026) | Change (Rs/Liter) |
| High-Speed Diesel (HSD) | Rs257.08 | Rs268.38 | +11.30 |
| Motor Spirit (Petrol) | Rs253.17 | Rs253.17 | Unchanged |
The increase in diesel prices may exert upward pressure on transportation and commodity costs, while stable petrol rates offer short-term relief to motorists.